A quote that has driven me through various stages of my life is, "Reading is a journey of discovery."
Two great figures, Warren Buffet and Charlie Munger, are both very well-known for their excessive, obsessive reading habit's clocking more than 8 hours a day. It is mind-blowing to know that Mr. Buffet still reads daily, even at the age of 94.
When I think of reading, I instantly remember my 8th Standard Class Teacher. He was so passionate about books, not only encouraging reading in class but also insisting us to read at home, which led to his nickname, the "Reading Habit" Teacher. Although I didn't fully grasp these teachings in my younger, innocent days, I now realize how this habit has been ingrained subconsciously and has guided me through my academics, continuing to play a major role in my life even today.
However, these days, I see most of us graduating every day from "WhatsApp University." So, would this really qualify as reading? Just some humorous food for thought.
In reality, focused reading is the mantra we should be chanting. Choose the arena closest to your heart, the one you want to battle in, read the scrolls of knowledge, and master the techniques to become the last-standing champion.
I believe reading real experiences of individuals can provide an unfiltered picture and can be truly inspiring and thereby my heart lies in reading biographies and autobiographies.
One such book I read almost ten years ago, which is etched in my memory like no other, is "Go Kiss the World" by Subroto Bagchi, who is the co-founder of Mindtree IT Solutions.
Go, kiss the world were Subroto Bagchi's blind mother's last words to him. These words became the guiding principle of his life. It stands as an inspiration to young India and to those who come from small-town India, urging them to recognize and develop their inner strengths, thereby helping them realize their own potential.
I have lived around diverse people, cultures, and cities, but one thing that has remained constant is my love for reading. I believe that this habit has been the greatest asset in staying adaptable to my changing and dynamic environment. Books truly open our eyes to the countless perspectives and universes that exist around us.
- Arigato,
Paddy.
CFO, NCS SoftSolutions
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A quote that has driven me through various stages of my life is, "Reading is a journey of discovery."
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Typically, I start by highlighting the topic before sharing my thoughts, but this time, I decided to switch things up. After all, I believe in practicing what I preach about not succumbing to the quicksand called monotony
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Recently, I have seen many posts on my feed about young students successfully qualifying for their final examinations, and their next goal is to secure a position in a good company. In light of these events, I wish to share the journey of my career as well.
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These past few weeks, I've shared my investment journey, but my educational background is a crucial part of my life that I want to highlight. "Resilience" is the principle that has guided me through this journey.
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My journey is one of continuous learning. Although I have an interest in learning all aspects available, I have come to understand the necessity of aligning my curiosity with my goals. This endeavor has taught me the importance of Focused Curiosity.
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Driven by curiosity and a desire to continually learn, Mr. Padmanabhan Raman (Paddy) - CFO - NCS SoftSolutions (P) Ltd, embarked on a journey of knowledge. With the mentorship of Mr. Sanket Pai, he began writing blogs, sharing the wealth of information he acquired through extensive reading. Paddy, will now be sharing his valuable insights through a weekly blog series, starting today. We hope you enjoy these articles and gain meaningful life lessons from them. Happy reading!
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